The tactical destruction introduced in the first Bad Company was taken to new heights in the sequel, and players could now take down entire buildings or create their own vantage points by blasting holes through cover, thereby delivering a unique dynamic experience in every online match.

With a tight single player campaign and a massive multiplayer component, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 was the first true multi-format offering in the series. Battlefield officially turned into a globally recognized blockbuster franchise worldwide and received a slew of awards including the BAFTA Games Award for Use of Audio, the title remains hugely popular today.